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The U.S. on Saturday announced it conducted a lethal strike in Syria on an al Qaeda affiliate leader it says had direct ties to an ISIS attacker who killed three Americans in early December.
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US carries out lethal strike against al Qaeda affiliate leader in Syria
The U.S. on Saturday announced it conducted a lethal strike in Syria on an al Qaeda affiliate leader it says had direct ties to an ISIS attacker who killed three Americans in early December.
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January 18, 2026 at 5:34 PM
The U.S. on Saturday announced it conducted a lethal strike in Syria on an al Qaeda affiliate leader it says had direct ties to an ISIS attacker who killed three Americans in early December.
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Utahns are almost evenly divided on whether to repeal Utah's Proposition 4 redistricting law eight years after it narrowly passed as a ballot initiative, according to the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.
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New poll: Utah voters split — and largely unsure — on repealing Proposition 4
Utahns are almost evenly divided on whether to repeal Utah's Proposition 4 redistricting law eight years after it narrowly passed as a ballot initiative, according to the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.
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January 18, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Utahns are almost evenly divided on whether to repeal Utah's Proposition 4 redistricting law eight years after it narrowly passed as a ballot initiative, according to the latest Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.
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The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active-duty soldiers to prepare for a possible deployment to Minnesota, the site of large protests against the government's deportation drive, U.S. media reported on Sunday.
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Pentagon readies 1,500 troops to possibly deploy to Minnesota
The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active-duty soldiers to prepare for a possible deployment to Minnesota, the site of large protests against the government's deportation drive, U.S. media reported on Sunday.
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January 18, 2026 at 4:38 PM
The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active-duty soldiers to prepare for a possible deployment to Minnesota, the site of large protests against the government's deportation drive, U.S. media reported on Sunday.
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For Nathan Bronson, the highlight of his experience as an EMT with Central Fire District in Jefferson County is seeing his Dalmatians in action.
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These dalmatians help provide fire safety training at Idaho events
EastIdahoNews.com attended a training at Station 4 in Menan on Saturday to meet the Dalmations and see how they interact.
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January 18, 2026 at 4:07 PM
For Nathan Bronson, the highlight of his experience as an EMT with Central Fire District in Jefferson County is seeing his Dalmatians in action.
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Utah Rep. Blake Moore is co-leading a push to crack down on foreign nationals abusing U.S. surrogacy services in an effort to close federal loopholes that have been used to exploit birthright citizenship.
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Utah lawmakers in Congress want to stop foreign nationals from using US surrogacy. Here's why
Utah Rep. Blake Moore is co-leading a push to crack down on foreign nationals abusing U.S. surrogacy services in an effort to close federal loopholes that have been used to exploit birthright citizenship.
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January 18, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Utah Rep. Blake Moore is co-leading a push to crack down on foreign nationals abusing U.S. surrogacy services in an effort to close federal loopholes that have been used to exploit birthright citizenship.
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Since the U.S. seized Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, interim President Delcy Rodriguez has been working to consolidate her own power, installing loyalists in key positions to protect herself from internal threats while meeting U.S. demands to boost oil production.
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Venezuela's new leader, facing internal division, moves to tighten her grip on power
In the 12 days since the U.S. seized Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, interim President Delcy Rodriguez has been working to consolidate her own power, installing loyalists in key positions to protect herself from internal threats while meeting U.S. demands to boost oil production.
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January 18, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Since the U.S. seized Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, interim President Delcy Rodriguez has been working to consolidate her own power, installing loyalists in key positions to protect herself from internal threats while meeting U.S. demands to boost oil production.
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The executive director of the International Paralympic Committee, Colleen Wrenn, laid down a challenge for Utahns ahead of the 2034 Winter Games: Start following the world's top athletes with disabilities now.
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There's more than the Olympics at a Winter Games. What to know about the Paralympics
The executive director of the International Paralympic Committee, Colleen Wrenn, laid down a challenge for Utahns ahead of the 2034 Winter Games: Follow the world's top athletes now.
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January 18, 2026 at 2:24 PM
The executive director of the International Paralympic Committee, Colleen Wrenn, laid down a challenge for Utahns ahead of the 2034 Winter Games: Start following the world's top athletes with disabilities now.
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Friends and family gathered Saturday to honor and remember Sha Reh, who survived the unthinkable but died in his sleep at the age of 19. https://ow.ly/EFbs50XZ5PK
From tragedy to legacy: How a 19‑year‑old's love and forgiveness lives on
Friends and family gathered Saturday to honor and remember Sha Reh, who survived the unthinkable but died in his sleep at the age of 19.
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January 18, 2026 at 5:31 AM
Friends and family gathered Saturday to honor and remember Sha Reh, who survived the unthinkable but died in his sleep at the age of 19. https://ow.ly/EFbs50XZ5PK
A beloved arts program has been spared for now, following a Utah State Board of Education meeting on Thursday, during which the possibility of reducing its funding was discussed going into the 2026 legislative session. https://ow.ly/HAw250XZ5ze
Elementary school arts program safe for now going into legislative session
A beloved arts program has been spared for now, following a Utah State Board of Education meeting on Thursday, during which the possibility of reducing its funding was discussed going into the 2026 legislative session.
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January 18, 2026 at 2:04 AM
A beloved arts program has been spared for now, following a Utah State Board of Education meeting on Thursday, during which the possibility of reducing its funding was discussed going into the 2026 legislative session. https://ow.ly/HAw250XZ5ze
Jesse Valdez was sworn in as Kearns' new mayor, and several other Latinos took office this month, marking a step forward in representation for Utah's Latino community. https://ow.ly/HRho50XYT7b
New Latino mayor, council members take office, marking step forward for Latino representation
Jesse Valdez was sworn in as Kearns' new mayor, and several other Latinos took office this month, marking a step forward in representation for Utah's Latino community.
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January 17, 2026 at 11:17 PM
Jesse Valdez was sworn in as Kearns' new mayor, and several other Latinos took office this month, marking a step forward in representation for Utah's Latino community. https://ow.ly/HRho50XYT7b
At a time when the value of higher education is being questioned by many Americans, a record number of Utah high school students are signaling intent to attend college by enrolling in concurrent enrollment.
Concurrent enrollment: Utah high schoolers earning college credit in record numbers
Concurrent enrollment offers Utah high school students many benefits. It should come as no surprise they're earning college credits in record numbers, according to a new report.
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January 17, 2026 at 9:34 PM
At a time when the value of higher education is being questioned by many Americans, a record number of Utah high school students are signaling intent to attend college by enrolling in concurrent enrollment.
Mike De Mie had been getting offers from Verizon, his cell phone company, for two free phones and two additional lines, and it would only raise his bill by about $20 a month. So, De Mie said yes.
Saratoga Springs man says carrier's 'free phone' offer was costing him hundreds
A carrier made a free phone offer to Mike De Mie of Saratoga Springs. But when the company demanded he pay hundreds of dollars, he decided to Get Gephardt.
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January 17, 2026 at 7:21 PM
Mike De Mie had been getting offers from Verizon, his cell phone company, for two free phones and two additional lines, and it would only raise his bill by about $20 a month. So, De Mie said yes.
A 14-year-old girl is in critical condition and five others were injured on Friday after an off-road vehicle crashed in Utah County.
6 injured, 1 critically, after off-road vehicle rolls in Utah County
A 14-year-old girl is in critical condition and five others were injured on Friday after an off-road vehicle crashed in Utah County.
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January 17, 2026 at 7:19 PM
A 14-year-old girl is in critical condition and five others were injured on Friday after an off-road vehicle crashed in Utah County.
Tension simmered during the Vineyard City Council meeting this week as its new members discussed staffing issues and whether city employees should be aligned with the new council.
Tensions flare in Vineyard over 'alignment' of city staff to new City Council
Tension simmered during a Vineyard City Council meeting this week over discussions about city staffers and whether they should be aligned with the new council and its direction.
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January 17, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Tension simmered during the Vineyard City Council meeting this week as its new members discussed staffing issues and whether city employees should be aligned with the new council.
A Utah County man is recovering from multiple surgeries and injuries after police say he was hit and dragged by a truck while trying to confront two people suspected of stealing from the hobby store where he works.
'They really messed up my life': Lehi employee recovering after being dragged by truck
Mark Willson is recovering from multiple surgeries and injuries after police say he was hit and dragged by a truck while trying to confront two people suspected of stealing from the hobby store where he works.
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January 17, 2026 at 4:50 PM
A Utah County man is recovering from multiple surgeries and injuries after police say he was hit and dragged by a truck while trying to confront two people suspected of stealing from the hobby store where he works.
A grassroots effort is underway in Tooele County with a mission of strengthening the community through meaningful acts that give back.
Local businesses in Tooele County band together for winter clothing drive
A grassroots effort in Tooele County aims to uplift the community through service, and the groups have organized a winter clothing drive for Jan. 31.
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January 17, 2026 at 3:48 PM
A grassroots effort is underway in Tooele County with a mission of strengthening the community through meaningful acts that give back.
A trail more than a decade in the making will soon be complete, creating the first backcountry trail connection between Wasatch and Summit counties.
First backcountry trail connecting Summit, Wasatch counties to open this spring
A trail more than a decade in the making is soon to be completed, creating the first backcountry trail connection between Wasatch and Summit counties.
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January 17, 2026 at 3:27 PM
A trail more than a decade in the making will soon be complete, creating the first backcountry trail connection between Wasatch and Summit counties.
Some of Utah's top lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle discussed priorities for the legislative session during the Utah Economic Outlook and Public Policy Summit on Friday. https://ow.ly/uZxo50XYt2A
Here's what Utah lawmakers are eyeing ahead of the 2026 general legislative session
Some of Utah's top lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle discussed priorities for the legislative session during the Utah Economic Outlook and Public Policy Summit on Friday.
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January 17, 2026 at 4:04 AM
Some of Utah's top lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle discussed priorities for the legislative session during the Utah Economic Outlook and Public Policy Summit on Friday. https://ow.ly/uZxo50XYt2A
The family of a 17-year-old is in mourning after he succumbed to his injuries one month after being hospitalized from a Saratoga Springs crash. https://ow.ly/cEz950XYsZg
17-year-old dies nearly a month after motorcycle crash in Saratoga Springs
The family of a 17-year-old is in mourning after he succumbed to his injuries one month after being hospitalized from a Saratoga Springs crash.
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January 17, 2026 at 3:37 AM
The family of a 17-year-old is in mourning after he succumbed to his injuries one month after being hospitalized from a Saratoga Springs crash. https://ow.ly/cEz950XYsZg
Brad Mortensen was inaugurated as Utah State University's 17th president Friday, the first alumnus to ascend to the presidency. https://ow.ly/IVw950XYsHF
Brad Mortensen inaugurated as Utah State University's 18th president
Brad Mortensen was inaugurated as Utah State University's 17th president Friday, the first alumnus to ascend to the presidency.
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January 17, 2026 at 2:31 AM
Brad Mortensen was inaugurated as Utah State University's 17th president Friday, the first alumnus to ascend to the presidency. https://ow.ly/IVw950XYsHF
Millcreek converted a section of public climbing wall for a simulated version of ice climbing, which will be available on Fridays and Saturdays, beginning this Saturday. https://ow.ly/cZ7s50XYjaV
January 17, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Millcreek converted a section of public climbing wall for a simulated version of ice climbing, which will be available on Fridays and Saturdays, beginning this Saturday. https://ow.ly/cZ7s50XYjaV
The scaffolding outside of the Salt Lake Temple is set to slowly come down in the coming months, as a multiyear effort to renovate the historic temple enters its final full year. https://ow.ly/hmw050XYi8q
January 16, 2026 at 11:02 PM
The scaffolding outside of the Salt Lake Temple is set to slowly come down in the coming months, as a multiyear effort to renovate the historic temple enters its final full year. https://ow.ly/hmw050XYi8q
Demonstrators protested at the site of a rumored new immigration detention facility in Salt Lake City while federal officials kept largely mum on the possibility. https://ow.ly/bQB650XYeY0
'Unconscionable': Demonstrators protest possible new immigrant detention facility in Utah
Demonstrators protested at the site of a rumored new immigration detention facility in Salt Lake City while federal officials kept largely mum on the possibility.
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January 16, 2026 at 9:05 PM
Demonstrators protested at the site of a rumored new immigration detention facility in Salt Lake City while federal officials kept largely mum on the possibility. https://ow.ly/bQB650XYeY0
Three new Utah County school districts all now have names, ahead of next year's split of the state's largest school district.
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School boards approve names for 3 new Utah County school districts
New Utah County school districts set new names ahead of 2027 launch
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January 16, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Three new Utah County school districts all now have names, ahead of next year's split of the state's largest school district.
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A survey by the One Utah Health Collaborative reveals one-third of Utahns delayed care due to costs.
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A third of Utahns delay care, many incur debt due to medical costs, survey shows
The One Utah Health Collaborative released findings of a survey of 1,000 Utahns which showed one-third are skipping care and one-fourth have incurred debt due to rising costs.
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January 16, 2026 at 6:09 PM
A survey by the One Utah Health Collaborative reveals one-third of Utahns delayed care due to costs.
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